Staff Auditor I-III

About This Role

This role involves supporting the State Auditor's Office by completing various audit duties, including fieldwork, report preparation, and related administrative tasks. The Staff Auditor will acquire knowledge of audit processes, gather evidence, prepare workpapers, evaluate internal controls, and contribute to audit report drafts.

Responsibilities

• Acquire knowledge of audit processes and resources (audit manual, workpaper manual, audit program, audit objectives, etc.)
• Gather audit evidence by obtaining copies of documents, reports, and ledgers as well as interviewing auditee personnel
• Prepare audit workpapers by creating Word and Excel documents from information acquired and cross-referencing to auditee supplied documentation
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of auditee supplied documentation
• Obtain an understanding of and evaluate internal controls that are significant to the audit objectives
• Manage multiple priorities on a concurrent basis
• Identify provisions of laws, regulations, contracts or grant agreements that are significant to the audit objectives
• Identify possible reportable problems or deficiencies
• Monitor the progress of assigned audit areas or workpapers to keep supervisor informed of delays and potential problems
• Assist in preparation of audit report draft

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, business administration, finance, or other similar degree
• Ability to travel to audit sites
• Availability of a motor vehicle
• Proof of motor vehicle liability insurance
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word and other Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally
• Willingness to learn and retain a variety of accounting and auditing standards and procedures
• Ability to work within a time budget and deadlines
• Ability to read, comprehend, and analyze financial and other information

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, business administration, finance, or other similar degree from an accredited college or university

Nice to Have

• Licensed CPA or individuals qualified to obtain a CPA license
• Knowledge and understanding of the organization of Missouri State government, Missouri State Agencies, Missouri County government, and other local governments

Skills

* Required skills